Accessibility
Shindig Festival is committed to making our event as accessible as possible for all our customers, please read all the info below to assist you and your needs.
Site Description
Shindig Festival is held on parkland and the majority of the ground is very even and firm. Access can be challenging at times, particularly in bad weather conditions. If it rains, it may get muddy and access around the site may become very difficult.
We do not offer any official internal transport due to the limitations of moving around the site.
Please ask a steward or a member of security if you require assistance.
Personal Assistant Ticket (Only available for full paying adults)
Complimentary PA tickets are only available to adults who have purchased a full-price ticket and can provide the required accessibility documentation
Please add a PA ticket to your order on our ticket page. You will then be asked to upload a copy of one of the following documents at checkout.
– Copy of DLA, PIP or Adult Disability Payment entitlement letter
– Evidence of registered severely sight impaired (blind)
– CredAbility Access Card (with +1 icon)
– Copy of Attendance Allowance letter
– Recognised Assistance Dog ID card
– A current and valid blue badge
Please note that if you are unable to upload appropriate documentation, this may result in your order being cancelled.
Accessible Parking
Space is very limited and reserved specifically for those who need to use this option therefore kindly respect this and only use it is necessary.
Anyone requiring accessibility parking must have purchased or been allocated a standard Car or Live-in vehicle pass in advance. Upon arrival at the festival, please request an Accessible Parking Pass from the stewards and they will direct you to the relevant area, either car parking or the Accessibility Live-in Vehicle field.
Accessible Camping / Accessibility Live-in Vehicle Field
You’re welcome to use the facilities at the accessible campsite for both areas.
This dedicated tent camping area is located a short walk from the main event site and is conveniently close to medical and welfare services. Accessible toilets and showers are situated nearby. Please note that shower access requires a weekend band, which costs £20. These can be purchased on our website, at the info point, or at the accreditation office.
Separate dedicated area for live-in vehicles. Within this area are accessibility toilets and an IBC tank for grey/black water.
Due to fire safety regulations, tents CANNOT be erected next to vehicles in any circumstances. Awnings attached to caravans or vehicles are allowed. You will be asked to take down any tents (excluding awnings) that are erected in this field. Please be mindful that the allocated space for each live-in vehicle is 5 metres x 6 metres, any large vehicles or people requiring more space than this will need to purchase extra tickets (space).
Medication
Please ensure you bring doctor notes / copies of prescriptions for any medication. Have them ready to show security as you enter. If you require medication to be refrigerated, please email us specific information and we can liaise with our Medical Team.
Charging Medical Devices
You can charge devices at the campsite hub situated on the corner of Accessible Camping. Kindly note we cannot take responsibility for your devices.
Toilets
An accessible toilet will be provided on the end of every row of toilets. All accessible toilets will be padlocked and a 4 digit code can be gained from any of our stewards and security. Accreditation will also write the code on the inside of your accessibility wristband if requested. Please do not share the code or remove the padlocks for any reason, if they are removed, then they will become open for anyone to use. PLEASE PUT THE PADLOCKS BACK ON WHEN YOU HAVE FINISHED.
Cooking Equipment
We appreciate that some medical conditions require specific diets and boiled water to sterilise items. Our rule regarding camping gas hobs is that the size of the gas canister must be 300g or under. We cannot provide access to boiled water.
Main Arena and Venues
Our main bar, The Dig Inn, has a lowered area for ordering drinks and stewards are always around if assistance is required. We do not have viewing platforms. If you need to be at the front of the stage please speak to the nearest steward.
For specific enquiries related to Accessibility requirements that have not been answered here, please email – info@shindigfestival.co.uk
You should receive a response within 3 working days although this may be longer when nearer the time of the festival, so please do try to be as patient as possible or get in touch as early as possible.